Blacksburg, Virginia vs. Albany, New York

Cost of Living Comparison

The cost of living in Albany, New York is 1.0% more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia.

You would need a salary of $50,524 in Albany, New York to maintain the standard of living you have in Blacksburg, Virginia.
Comparison highlights
• Overall, Albany, New York is more expensive than Blacksburg, Virginia
• Transportation is the biggest factor in the cost of living difference.
Transportation
41% more expensive in Albany
than in Blacksburg, Virginia
Blacksburg, VA vs. Albany, NY
Compared to Blacksburg, Albany is:
  Homeowner
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
  1.0% higher
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Renter
      No Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes not Considered
      Child Care, Taxes Considered
      No Child Care, Taxes Considered
  Food
  2.3% lower
  Housing (Homeowner)
  37.1% lower
  Housing (Rent)
  Median Home Cost
  Utilities
  7.9% higher
  Commute
  41.1% higher
  Health
  0.3% lower
  Taxes
  Childcare
  Personal
  10.1% higher